Description
The Non-contact Benchtop Spectrophotometer YG0909 is an advanced color measuring instrument featuring 45/0 optical geometry (45° ring-shaped illumination with vertical viewing). This technology enables high-precision, non-contact color measurement for liquids, sauces, powders, and other delicate materials, ensuring accurate reflectance and chromaticity readings without the risk of contamination or sample damage. Developed by Kalstein, the YG0909 is widely used in laboratories, R&D industries, and automated production lines for color analysis, quality control, and fluorescence sample measurement.
Market Price
The YG0909 Non-contact Benchtop Spectrophotometer is a high-end instrument, with prices typically ranging between $10.970 and $11.000 USD, depending on the configuration, optional accessories, and required software extensions. This investment reflects its cutting-edge optical system, automation capabilities, and long lifespan, making it an ideal choice for industries demanding non-contact, high-precision color measurement.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What makes the YG0909 different from traditional spectrophotometers?
Unlike conventional spectrophotometers, the YG0909 performs non-contact measurements, making it ideal for fragile, liquid, and powdered samples that would otherwise be compromised by physical contact. - Can this device be used for automated production lines?
Yes, the YG0909 is designed for industrial applications, supporting real-time color quality control with its continuous measurement mode, perfect for streamlined production lines. - What is the measuring distance of the YG0909?
The YG0909 operates with a non-contact distance of 7.5mm, allowing for highly precise readings without interference. - How much data can the spectrophotometer store?
It supports up to 40,000 records in sample and QC mode, and 10,000 records in continuous statistics mode, ensuring comprehensive color analysis over extended periods.
Advantages and Disadvantages
Advantages:
- Non-contact measurement technology prevents sample contamination
- Adjustable measuring head (up to 150mm) for versatile sample analysis
- Full-spectrum LED and UV light source for high-precision color measurement
- 7-inch touchscreen interface for real-time monitoring and easy operation
- Fast measurement speed (1.5s per sample) for high-throughput applications
Disadvantages:
- Higher cost compared to conventional spectrophotometers
- Requires calibration to maintain precision over time
Product Use in the Field
The YG0909 Non-contact Spectrophotometer is extensively used in R&D laboratories, quality control departments, and automated production facilities. Its non-contact optical system ensures that delicate, liquid, or powder-based samples remain uncontaminated, making it indispensable in food safety testing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and cosmetic formulation. In industrial production, its ability to track color variations in real-time ensures consistent product quality, reducing waste and optimizing manufacturing efficiency.
Recommendations
To achieve maximum efficiency, users should regularly calibrate the YG0909 using its standard calibration board to maintain long-term measurement accuracy. Keeping the optical components clean and operating the device in a temperature-controlled environment will further enhance stability and repeatability. For organizations requiring comprehensive color quality tracking, integrating the PC software for in-depth analysis will provide valuable insights into color consistency and production trends.
Technical Specifications
| Model | YG0909 |
| Illumination system | 45/0 method(45 ring-shaped illumination, vertical viewing);
Conforms to CIE No.15,GB/T 3978,GB 2893,GB/T 18833,ISO7724-1,ASTM E1164,DIN5033 Teil7,GB 2893,GB/T 18833 |
| Features | 45/0 non- contact benchtop spectrophotometer can achieve precise non- contact measurement between the measuring probe and the sample like liquids, sauces, powders, etc. It can be applied for accurate color analysis and transmission In laboratories and R & D industries; It can also be used for accurate color measurement and quality control of automated production lines; It is widely used in cosmetics, fruits and vegetables, food hygiene, plastic electronics, paint and ink, printing, ceramics and other industries, and also for fluorescence sample measurement. |
| Light Source | Full spectrum LED light,UV light |
| Spectrophotometric Mode | Concave Grating |
| Sensor | 256 Image Element Double Array CMOS Image Sensor |
| Wavelength Range | 400~700nm/10nm output |
| Reflectance Range | 0~200% |
| Measuring Aperture | Φ20mm(can be customized <20mm) |
| Non-contact Distance | 7.5mm |
| Sample Height | 0~150mm |
| Distance Adjustment Method | Manual adjustment and automatic adjustment (test height can be stored) |
| Measuring mode | Sample mode/QC Mode/Continuous statistics mode |
| Locating Method | Camera Locating |
| Color Space | CIE LAB,XYZ,Yxy,LCh,CIE LUV,HunterLAB |
| Color Difference Formula | ΔE*ab,ΔE*uv,ΔE*94,ΔE*cmc(2:1),
ΔE*cmc(1:1),ΔE*00,ΔE(Hunter) |
| Other Colorimetric Index | WI(ASTM E313,CIE/ISO,AATCC,Hunter),
YI(ASTM D1925,ASTM 313),TI(ASTM E313,CIE/ISO), |
| Metamerism Index MI, Staining Fastness,Color Fastness,Color Strength,Opacity | |
| Observer Angle | 2°/10° |
| Illuminant | D65,A,C,D50,D55,D75,F1,F2(CWF),F3,F4,F5,
F6,F7(DLF),F8,F9,F10(TPL5), F11(TL84),F12(TL83/U30) |
| Displayed Data | Spectrogram/Values, Samples Chromaticity Values, Color Difference Values/Graph, Chromaticity Graph, Color Simulation, PASS/FAIL Result, Color Offset |
| Measuring Time | About 1.5s |
| Data Storage | Sample mode + QC mode: 40,000; Continuous statistics mode: 10,000 |
| Repeatability | Spectral reflectance: Standard deviation within 0.08% |
| Chromaticity value: Within ΔE*ab 0.03 (When a white calibration plate is measured 30 times at 5 second intervals after white calibration) | |
| Inter-instrument Error | Within ΔE*ab 0.2（Average for 12 BCRA Series II color tiles) |
| Measurement Mode | Single Measurement, Average Measurement(2 ~ 99 times) |
| Dimension | 330*250*370mm |
| Weight | About 10 kg |
| Power Supply | DC 24V, 3A Power Adapter |
| Illuminant Life Span | 5 years, more than 3 million times measurements |
| Display Screen | 7″ TFT Capacitive Screen-touch Display |
| Data Port | USB/RS-232, Bluetooth®4.0 |
| Language | Simplified Chinese,Traditional Chinese,English |
| Working Environment | Temperature: 0~40℃; Humidity: 0~85% (No Condensation); Altitude < 2000m |
| Storage Environment | Temperature: -20~50℃; Humidity: 0~85% (No Condensation) |
| Standard Accessory | Power Adapter, User Manual, USB cable, Standard Calibration Board, Black Calibration Cavity, |
| Notes | The specifications are subject to change without notice. |
